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Episodes

China’s Growing Leverage Over the U.S., and How Oil Companies Hit the Jackpot

Plus, a surprise reversal in the Murdaugh murder case. Here’s what we’re covering: For Trump, the Iran War Looms Over China Summit , by Anton Troianovski Blockbuster Oil Company Profits Revive Calls for Windfall Tax , by Patricia Cohen Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair , by Colby Smith Murdaugh Murder Convictions Overturned by South Carolina’s Top Court , by Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs Jason Collins, First Active N.B.A. Player to Come Out as Gay, Dies at 47 , by Sopan Deb Tune in every weekd...

May 14, 202610 min

U.S. Intelligence Undercuts Trump’s War Claims, and the Cost of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

Plus, the controversy engulfing Eurovision. Here’s what we’re covering: U.S. Intelligence Shows Iran Retains Substantial Missile Capabilities , by Adam Entous, Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan Inflation Accelerates After Weeks of War in Iran , by Lydia DePillis Florida Plans to Close ‘Alligator Alcatraz,’ Vendors Are Reportedly Told , by Patricia Mazzei and Hamed Aleaziz Wildfires Strike Florida, Georgia and America’s ‘Wood Basket,’ by Sachi Kitajima Mulkey How Israel Turned Eurovision’s Stage ...

May 13, 20268 min

How Iran’s Internet Blackout Is Crippling Its Economy, and the Fight Over Fruit-Flavored Vapes

Plus, how everything became a subscription. Here’s what we’re covering: Mass Layoffs in Iran as Businesses Buckle Under Wartime Pressures , by Leily Nikounazar Trump Proposes Suspending Federal Gas Tax Until Prices Fall , by Shawn McCreesh With Commissioner Under Pressure, F.D.A. Opens Door to Flavored Vapes , by Christina Jewett Reflecting Pool Repairs to Cost $13.1 Million. Trump Had Promised $1.8 Million. , by David A. Fahrenthold and Luke Broadwater Israel Prepares to Prosecute First Suspect...

May 12, 20269 min

Trump Rejects Iran’s Offer, and 17 Passengers Exposed to Hantavirus Return to U.S.

Plus, how pharma swag became “one of the white whales of thrifting.” Here’s what we’re covering: Trump Rejects Latest Iran Offer for Talks, Extending Limbo in Mideast War , by Erica L. Green, Aaron Boxerman and Adam Sella As Trump Heads to Beijing, China Is ‘Locked and Loaded’ for a Fight , by Alexandra Stevenson and Murphy Zhao 10 Days That Shook the House Map and Democratic Confidence , by Shane Goldmacher and Tim Balk American Passengers Exposed to Hantavirus Land in the U.S. , by Sonia A. Ra...

May 11, 20268 min

Trump Calls Iran Strikes a ‘Trifle,’ and the Latest on the Hantavirus Outbreak

Plus, the Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering: The Latest on the War in Iran , by The New York Times House Republican Proposes Bill to Wind Down the Iran War , by Robert Jimison Israel Says It Killed a Hezbollah Chief Near Beirut, Testing the Truce , by Euan Ward Hantavirus Response Shows How Trump Cuts Have Compromised U.S. Preparedness , by Apoorva Mandavilli As U.S. Debt Hits a Worrying Milestone, Washington Barely Notices , by Tony Romm The Ultimate ‘It’ Spot in Caracas? A Marriott ...

May 08, 202614 min

Surging Gas Prices Shake Americans, and How Ted Turner Unleashed 24-Hour News

Plus, the conflicting messages on the state of the war. Here’s what we’re covering: Higher Gas Prices Are Hitting Lower-Income Americans the Hardest , by Talmon Joseph Smith Iran Says It Is Reviewing a U.S. Proposal to End the War , by Leo Sands, Qasim Nauman, Mark Landler and Michael Levenson With World Distracted by War, Extremist Settlers Intensify Attacks in West Bank , by Natan Odenheimer, David M. Halbfinger and Fatima AbdulKarim Ted Turner, Creator of CNN and the 24-Hour News Cycle, Dies ...

May 07, 202610 min

President Trump’s Sudden U-Turn, and a $1 Billion Ballroom Proposal

Plus, a visit to the “Gates to Hell.” Here’s what we’re covering: The latest on the war in Iran , by The New York Times Vance Campaigns in Iowa as G.O.P. Fears Rise Ahead of Midterms , by Shane Goldmacher Trump Gets Payback on Indiana Republicans: 5 Takeaways , by Mitch Smith and Reid J. Epstein G.O.P. Proposes $1 Billion in Immigration Bill for Trump’s Ballroom Project , by Carl Hulse Congress Is Doing Little to Prepare for Potential A.I. Job Losses , by Ben Casselman and Tony Romm World Cup or...

May 06, 202611 min

Ships Under Fire in Strait of Hormuz, and Kennedy’s Pushback on Antidepressants

The podcast delves into significant global and domestic issues, starting with escalating US-Iran conflicts in the Strait of Hormuz, which have disrupted international shipping and prompted calls for Chinese diplomatic intervention. Domestically, it examines former President Trump's efforts to exert loyalty in Republican primaries and Health Secretary Kennedy's plan to address antidepressant overuse in the US. The episode also reports on a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship and the Met Gala's recent backlash concerning wealth inequality.

May 05, 20269 min

Court Ruling Upends Abortion Access in the U.S., and Trump’s New Plan for the Strait of Hormuz

Plus, the complicated legacy of Spirit Airlines. Here’s what we’re covering: Supreme Court Asked to Restore Access to Abortion Pill by Mail , by Ann E. Marimow and Pam Belluck Trump Says U.S. Will Help Stranded Ships Leave Strait of Hormuz , by Zolan Kanno-Youngs, David E. Sanger and Neil MacFarquhar Spirit Airlines’ Demise Could Help Other Airlines , by Niraj Chokshi What Happens When A.I. Runs a Store in San Francisco? , by Heather Knight Tune in every weekday morning, and tell us what you thi...

May 04, 20269 min

The 60-Day Deadline for the War in Iran, and an End to the D.H.S. Shutdown

Plus, your Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering: Hegseth Says Iran Cease-Fire Stops Clock for Congressional Approval , by Megan Mineiro Supreme Leader Says Iran Is Planning for Ongoing Control of Strait , by Leo Sands House Passes Stalled Homeland Security Funding Bill, Ending Shutdown , by Carl Hulse and Michael Gold After Seven Years, First U.S. Direct Flight Lands in Caracas , by Tyler Pager Camp Mystic, Where 28 Died, Says It Will Not Reopen This Summer , by J. David Goodman In Permi...

May 01, 202614 min

What the Voting Rights Act Decision Means, and Hegseth’s Heated Testimony

This episode of The Headlines delves into critical national and global news. It examines the Supreme Court's controversial ruling on the Voting Rights Act and its potential impact on future elections. The discussion also covers Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's heated testimony regarding the costly Iran War and its draining effect on U.S. military resources. Additionally, it highlights alarming revelations about AI chatbots generating instructions for biological weapons, sparking debate over regulation, and concludes with a tribute to Lester Wright, the fastest known centenarian runner.

Apr 30, 20269 min

Musk vs. Altman, and a Pivotal Immigration Case at the Supreme Court

Plus, why nursing homes are hiring M.M.A. fighters. Here’s what we’re covering: Supreme Court Considers Trump’s Plan to Revoke Deportation Protections , by Ann E. Marimow F.C.C. Orders a Review of ABC’s Broadcast Licenses , by Jim Rutenberg and John Koblin Trump Administration Secures New Indictment Against Comey , by Devlin Barrett and Tyler Pager OpenAI Trial Starts With Two Very Different Tales of a Company’s Early Years , by Cade Metz and Mike Isaac Japan’s New Care Workers: Bodybuilders, Wr...

Apr 29, 202610 min

King Charles Visits Trump as U.S.-U.K. Tensions Flare, and Airlines Ask White House for Help

The episode discusses King Charles III's state visit to the US, focusing on reconciliation efforts amidst US-UK tensions over the war in Iran, alongside details of an attempted assassination at the White House correspondence dinner and the effectiveness of Secret Service. It also delves into budget airlines' plea for billions from the Trump administration due to rising fuel costs, and the growing political shift to the right among Silicon Valley billionaires like Sergey Brin. Finally, it explores Canada's new, more inclusive pathway to citizenship for those with direct Canadian ancestors, contrasting with other nations' tightening rules.

Apr 28, 202610 min

Inside the Chaos at the Correspondents’ Dinner, and How the U.S. Mint Is Buying Drug Cartel Gold

Plus, marathon runners shatter a world record. Here’s what we’re covering: ‘Shots Fired!’: Inside the Pandemonium at the Washington Hilton , by Luke Broadwater, Shawn McCreesh, Tyler Pager and Maggie Haberman Grievance Propelled Gala Attack Suspect Across Country, Authorities Say , by Amy Qin, Chelsia Rose Marcius and Shawn Hubler Iran and U.S. Sink Into Awkward Limbo of ‘No War, No Peace,’ by Erika Solomon U.S. Mint Buys Drug Cartel Gold and Sells It as ‘American,’ by Justin Scheck, Simón Posad...

Apr 27, 20269 min

Trump’s Approval Drops to New Low, and Condom Prices Rise Because of the War

Plus, your Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering: Meta to Cut 10% of Work Force in A.I. Push , by Mike Isaac and Eli Tan Trump Says Israel and Lebanon Agree to Extend Cease-Fire by Three Weeks , by Chris Cameron Disapproval of Trump Hits Highest Level of His Second Term , by Ruth Igielnik World’s Top Producer of Condoms Raises Prices as Iran War Rattles Supply Chains , by Zunaira Saieed Soldier Used Classified Information to Bet on Maduro’s Ouster, U.S. Says , by Benjamin Weiser and Jonah...

Apr 24, 202615 min

Who Is Running Iran, and How Doctors Cashed In on a Consumer Protection Law

Plus, the Labubus linked to forced labor. Here’s what we’re covering: A New Era and New Leadership: The Generals Who Are Running Iran , by Farnaz Fassihi A 60-Day Deadline Could Pressure Trump on Ending the Iran War , by Robert Jimison A $440,000 Breast Reduction: How Doctors Cashed In on a Consumer Protection Law , by Sarah Kliff and Margot Sanger-Katz Youth Suicides Declined After Creation of National Hotline , by Ellen Barry Some Labubu Dolls Contain Cotton Banned by Forced Labor Law, Testing...

Apr 23, 202611 min

Special Episode: Your Questions About the Iran War, Answered

How much does the conflict cost? And where is Secretary of State Marco Rubio? As the war in Iran nears the two-month mark, we ask our listeners to send us their questions about the conflict. Hear the answers, including insights from Michael Crowley, a New York Times reporter who covers U.S. foreign policy. Tune in every weekday morning, and tell us what you think at: theheadlines@nytimes.com . Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via yo...

Apr 22, 20265 min

Democrats Win Big in Election Map Fight, and Influencers Push Nicotine as a Health Hack

Plus, how rainforests can bounce back. Here’s what we’re covering: The Latest on the War in Iran , by The New York Times Democrats Win a Big Battle in the Fight Over Midterm Maps: 4 Takeaways , by Reid J. Epstein Dark Money Dominates Fund-Raising in the Virginia Referendum Vote , by Theodore Schleifer and Matt Zdun D.H.S. Will Run Out of Money for Paychecks in May, Secretary Says , by Madeleine Ngo and Michael Gold Trump Is Said to Be in Talks to Send Afghans Who Aided U.S. Forces to Congo , by ...

Apr 22, 20268 min

Labor Secretary Resigns Amid Scandals, and F.B.I. Director Sues Over Drinking Claims

Plus, what to know about Apple’s next C.E.O. Here’s what we’re covering: Facing Hard-Liners at Home and Bluster From Trump, Iran Sends Mixed Signals on Peace Talks , by Erika Solomon Labor Secretary Steps Down Amid Internal Investigation , by Rebecca Davis O’Brien F.B.I. Director Sues The Atlantic Over Article Claiming Excessive Drinking , by Katie Robertson Fight Over Maps Escalates in Race for Control of Congress , by Reid J. Epstein and Nick Corasaniti A Wish List for the Man Replacing Tim Co...

Apr 21, 202610 min

U.S. Attacks and Seizes Cargo Ship Near Iran, and a First Step Toward Tariff Refunds

Plus, Lego crime. Here’s what we’re covering: Iran War Live Updates: Oil Prices Rise as Iran Vows Retaliation for Cargo Ship Attack , by The New York Times Trump Administration to Begin Refunding $166 Billion in Tariffs , by Tony Romm and Ana Swanson The 27-Year-Old Diplomat Waging Trump’s Cultural War With Europe , by Michael D. Shear, Catherine Porter, Jane Bradley and Christopher F. Schuetze What the New Loan Caps Will Mean for Grad Students This Fall , by Amy Fan Humans Who Used a Bear Suit ...

Apr 20, 202610 min

What to Know About the Israel-Lebanon Cease-Fire, and R.F.K. Jr.’s Shifting Tone on Vaccines

Plus, the Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering: 10-Day Cease-Fire Between Israel and Lebanon Goes Into Effect , by Euan Ward, Isabel Kershner, Eric Schmitt and Thomas Fuller Hegseth Again Threatens Attacks on Iran’s Civilian Infrastructure , by John Ismay White House Declines to Offer Congress an Estimate of Iran War Cost , by Tony Romm In Las Vegas, Trump Brushes Off Rising Fuel Prices , by Chris Cameron Trump to Nominate Doctor Who Has Publicly Supported Vaccines as C.D.C. Director , b...

Apr 17, 202615 min

Trump’s Scattershot Week, and a Stock Market Record

The episode delves into a week of erratic behavior from President Trump, marked by his varied statements on the Iran war, social media posts, and renewed debate about his mental fitness. It also highlights the devastating economic repercussions of the Iran conflict on Dubai, particularly for its vulnerable migrant workforce. Finally, the podcast provides an overview of key business developments, including the S&P 500 hitting a record high, Live Nation being found a monopoly, and the surprising pivot of sneaker company Allbirds to artificial intelligence.

Apr 16, 20269 min

The Republicans Who Disapprove of the War, and a Wave of College Closures

Plus, will the World Cup bring tourists back to the U.S.? Here’s what we’re covering: 51 Percent of Americans Think the War in Iran Has Not Been Worthwhile , by Ruth Igielnik A Divided America Processes a War That Trump Has Scarcely Explained , by Jack Healy, Pooja Salhotra, Jazmine Ulloa, Anna Griffin, Emily Cataneo and Ruth Igielnik Rare Direct Talks Between Israel and Lebanon Focus on Hezbollah , by Michael Crowley, Euan Ward, Anushka Patil and Thomas Fuller Gallego Dismissed Rumors of a ‘Fli...

Apr 15, 20269 min

Two Resignations in Congress, and the Pope’s Back-and-Forth With Trump

Plus, the rise of big bagel. Here’s what we’re covering: U.S. Is Negotiating an Iran Deal That Would Buy Time, Again , by David E. Sanger and Tyler Pager Swalwell Says He Will Resign From Congress After Sex Abuse Accusations , by Michael Gold, Jill Cowan and Emily Cochrane Tony Gonzales, a Texas Congressman, Says He Will Resign , by J. David Goodman Pope Leo Heads to Africa to Meet the Future of Catholicism , by Motoko Rich To File or Not to File: Undocumented Immigrants Face a Tax Return Dilemm...

Apr 14, 202611 min

U.S. Prepares to Blockade Strait of Hormuz, and a MAGA Hero Is Defeated in Europe

This episode delves into the failure of US-Iran peace negotiations, leading to a US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, and discusses the complicating factors of Israel's involvement. It also examines Viktor Orban's surprising defeat in Hungary, a significant blow to the Trump administration and Kremlin, and the wider implications for European relations. Additionally, the episode reveals the costly consequences of the transgender military ban, highlights Eric Swalwell's campaign suspension following sexual assault allegations, and explores a successful baseball rehabilitation program at San Quentin Prison.

Apr 13, 202610 min

The Mass Purge of Immigration Judges, and Melania Trump’s Surprise Epstein Remarks

Plus, your Friday news quiz. Here’s what we’re covering: How Trump Purged Immigration Judges to Speed Up Deportations , by Nicholas Nehamas, Allison McCann, Steven Rich, Jazmine Ulloa and Hamed Aleaziz Vance Faces a High-Profile Test of His Negotiating Skills With Iran Talks , by Katie Rogers and Tyler Pager Lebanon Mourns After Israeli Onslaught Kills More Than 300 People , by Euan Ward, Hwaida Saad and Christina Goldbaum Melania Trump Says She Was Not Associated With Jeffrey Epstein , by Shawn...

Apr 10, 202614 min

A ‘Messy’ Cease-Fire, and a 15-Year Sentence for the ‘Ketamine Queen’

Plus, the latest country planning to ban social media for teens. Here’s what we’re covering: Iran War Live Updates: Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Threaten Shaky U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire , by The New York Times After Cease-Fire, Iranians Are Left to Pick Up the Pieces , by Sanam Mahoozi, Leily Nikounazar, Yeganeh Torbati and Shirin Hakim White House Secures Foreign Steel for Ballroom Project , by Ana Swanson and Luke Broadwater Dealer Who Sold Ketamine to Matthew Perry Is Sentenced to 15 Years , by Emma...

Apr 09, 20269 min

Trump Backs Down on Iran, and an A.I. ‘Reckoning’

Plus, the great pistachio gamble. Here’s what we’re covering: Iran War Live Updates: 2-Week Cease-Fire Takes Hold , by The New York Times How Trump Took the U.S. to War With Iran , by Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman Think Airfares Are High? Brace Yourself for Bag Fees and Fuel Surcharges. , by Christine Chung Anthropic Claims Its New A.I. Model, Mythos, Is a Cybersecurity ‘Reckoning,’ by Kevin Roose How a Sapling and a Viral Candy Made California the World’s Pistachio King , by Julie Creswell ...

Apr 08, 20269 min

Trump Threatens ‘Complete Demolition’ by Midnight, and Dark Money Flows Into Midterms

Plus, a look behind the moon. Here’s what we’re covering: Trump Says Iran Proposal Isn’t Enough to Stop Attacks on Bridges and Power Plants , by Tyler Pager and Erika Solomon 6 Takeaways From Trump’s News Conference on Iran , by Anton Troianovski and Luke Broadwater Vance to Visit Hungary to Boost Orban Before Election , by Andrew Higgins Wealthy Donors Are Hiding Political Money in Secretive Nonprofits , by Theodore Schleifer and Steven Rich How Accurate Are Google’s A.I. Overviews? , by Tripp ...

Apr 07, 20268 min

Inside the Race to Save a U.S. Airman in Iran, and Artemis II Heads Behind the Moon

Plus, Ye’s attempted comeback prompts backlash. Here’s what we’re covering: A Harrowing Race Against Time to Find a Downed U.S. Airman in Iran , by Greg Jaffe, Helene Cooper, Eric Schmitt and Julian E. Barnes Iran’s Downing of Plane and U.S. Rescue Leave Both Sides Dangerously Emboldened , by Erika Solomon Trump Wants to Make Deportation Deals. Autocrats Are Ready to Listen. , by Eileen Sullivan, Hamed Aleaziz, Megha Rajagopalan and Pranav Baskar NASA Artemis II Astronauts Race Into Moon’s Embra...

Apr 06, 20269 min
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